FMC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

FMC - FMC Corporation

CHEMICALS & ALLIED PRODUCTS
$15.80
-0.11 (-0.69%) ▼
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 04, 2026 3d

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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: FMC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.

Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$10.02
Based on -6.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$6.22
Trading above fair value

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 5.8x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: FMC is currently trading at $15.80, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $13.94 to $15.90. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 6.5) compared to its historical average (5.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.6% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, FMC is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $14.90, while resistance sits at $16.74.

Market Sentiment: FMC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $21.26 (+33.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range $13.94 - $15.90
Company Quality Score 64/100 (BUY)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 79.5%

All Signals

  • BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 33.7% below Wall St target ($21.26)
  • BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 3.6% growth with -49.1% revenue growth

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $13.94 - $15.90
Current vs Fair Value SLIGHTLY HIGH

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $14.90
Resistance Level $16.74
Current Trend Strong Downtrend

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 6.49
Wall Street Target $21.26 (+33.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) -49.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -77.6%
Profit Margin -14.8%
Valuation Premium vs History +3.6% premium
PE vs Historical 6.5 vs 5.8 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +3.6% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $16.48 (+4%)
2-Year Target $17.08 (+7%)
3-Year Target $17.69 (+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 6→6) PE COMPRESSION $15.80 (-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.3, Growth: -16.9%) $39.83 (+150%)
Base: (SPY PE: 6.5, Growth: -16.9%) $11.60 (-27%)
Bear: (PE: 5.5, Growth: -16.9%) $9.86 (-38%)
Last updated: January 31, 2026 8:11 AM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 9:11 AM
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
2
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Jacqueline Scanlan SELL 3790 shares 2025-09-29
Lisa C. McClain BUY 2025-09-25
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